1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1977 Fiat X1-9
To start off, 1977 Fiat X1-9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat X1-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1977 Fiat X1-9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1977 Fiat X1-9 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 99 | X1-9 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
